Part Time Speech Paraprofessional - South Elementary

About the role

We want you to join our team and help to make a difference in the lives of students and families in your community! The Iron County School District supports families in developing college and career readiness by BUILDING knowledge, skills and relationships for ALL. Empowering ALL to learn at high-levels through systematic district and school-wide supports. South Elementary is seeking a Part Time Speech Paraprofessional to work 15 hours per week. This position will remain open until filled. The Part Time Speech Paraprofessional works under the direction of the Principal and Speech and Language Pathologist to support the identification of students with communication disabilities; planning and implementing appropriate treatment plans to minimize adverse impact on student success.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech-language screenings (without interpretation) following specified screening protocols developed by the supervisor.
• Provide speech-language services to students who, by the specific nature of the therapeutic services required, are not in need of full-time monitoring of performance by a certified SLP.
• Implement documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervisor.
• Document student performance and progress toward meeting established goals and objectives or benchmarks and report the information to the supervisor.
• Assist with documentation, material preparation, and other duties as directed by the supervisor.
• Schedule activities, prepare charts/records/graphs, enter information into record keeping program, and perform checks and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the Speech therapist and classroom teachers.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for students and monitor their progress.
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
• Work with other professionals, such as speech therapists, social workers, occupational and physical therapists.
• Maintain regular, reliable, predictable attendance and job performance.
• Support students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills.

Requirements

• Basic computer knowledge, familiarity with Google Docs, and ability to check email frequently.
• Willingness to learn and use all computer systems and software as needed.

Schedule

Part-time, 15 hours per week. Position remains open until filled.